Jean Francois Millet Collection (#8)
Jean Francois Millet was a renowned French artist who lived from 1814 to 1875. One of his most famous works is "The Angelus, " created between 1857 and 1859
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Jean Francois Millet was a renowned French artist who lived from 1814 to 1875. One of his most famous works is "The Angelus, " created between 1857 and 1859. This masterpiece depicts two peasants in a field, pausing their work to pray the Angelus, a Catholic devotion traditionally recited at morning, noon, and evening. Millet's attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of rural life is evident in another notable piece called "Woman and Child (Silence), " painted around 1855-1860. The painting portrays a mother holding her child tenderly while conveying a sense of tranquility. In addition to oil on canvas paintings, Millet also worked with pastels on paper. One such example is "Angelus (pastel on paper)" which showcases his mastery in capturing light and shadow. His love for nature is apparent in pieces like "Winter, The Plain of Chailly" where he skillfully uses pastels on paper to depict the serene beauty of winter landscapes. Millet's dedication to portraying everyday life can be seen in works like "Going to Work" and "Knitting Lesson. " These paintings showcase ordinary people engaged in their daily activities, highlighting their resilience amidst challenging circumstances. "The Gleaners, " completed by Millet in 1857 but later exhibited again in 1911 due to its popularity, captures the hardworking women who collect leftover crops after harvest. This painting became an iconic symbol of social realism during that era. Another significant artwork by Millet is "The Wood Sawyers" which portrays laborers engaged in manual work using traditional tools. Through this piece, he emphasizes the importance of physical labor as well as the dignity it holds within society.